Evidence supporting the use of: Pellitory
For the health condition: Bites and Stings

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Pellitory (commonly referring to Parietaria officinalis or Anacyclus pyrethrum) has a history of traditional use in herbal medicine, particularly in European and Middle Eastern cultures. Its use for bites and stings is primarily rooted in folk practices rather than scientific validation. Historical herbal texts occasionally mention pellitory as an ingredient in poultices or topical preparations meant to alleviate the discomfort of insect bites or stings, likely due to its reported anti-inflammatory or soothing properties. However, these references are sparse and typically not accompanied by rigorous evidence or detailed clinical observation.

There is very limited, if any, modern scientific research supporting the efficacy of pellitory for treating bites and stings. Most contemporary herbal medicine references do not list pellitory as a standard remedy for such conditions. The evidence base is thus best characterized as anecdotal and rooted in tradition, with a low degree of support (rated 1 out of 5). If pellitory is used today for bites and stings, it is generally within the context of traditional or folk medicine, and not as part of mainstream, evidence-based practice.

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